Dr. Althea Guide: 345 Relief, Aqua Marine, Vitamin C & More
Dr. Althea is a Korean dermatological-style brand best known for its 345 Relief line for sensitive skin, plus Aqua Marine hydration, brightening serums and everyday sun care. The range is large, so the easiest way to shop is by concern. This guide sorts the Dr. Althea products we stock by what your skin needs, from sensitivity and dehydration to dark spots, aging and sun protection.
Quick answer: Sensitive or stressed skin: the 345 Relief line and the 147 Barrier Cream. Dehydration: Aqua Marine. Dullness and dark spots: Vitamin C, Melaclear or the ABC Glow Whipped Serum. Eyes: the To Be Youthful Eye Serum. Daily sun care: the Green Tea Fresh or Aqua Glowing sunscreens. See the whole Dr. Althea collection.
Which Dr. Althea product is for you?
| Your concern | Line | Start with |
|---|---|---|
| Sensitive, easily irritated skin | 345 Relief | 345 Relief Cream New Formula |
| Weak skin barrier | 147 Barrier | 147 Barrier Cream |
| Dehydrated, tight skin | Aqua Marine | Aqua Marine Deep Serum |
| Dullness, dark spots | Vitamin C / Melaclear / ABC Glow | Vitamin C Boosting Serum |
| Tired eyes, early lines | Eye care | To Be Youthful Eye Serum |
| Daily sun protection | Sunscreens | Green Tea Fresh Sunscreen |
345 Relief and 147 Barrier: for sensitive skin
- 345 Relief Cream New Formula — the brand's best-known cream for sensitive, stressed skin.
- 345 Relief Serum — a calming serum from the same line.
- 345 Relief Cream Mask — a mask for an extra soothing boost.
- 147 Barrier Cream — a cream focused on the skin barrier.
- Skin Relief Essence — a light essence step.
Browse more in Redness & Sensitivity and Dehydration & Barrier Repair.
Aqua Marine: for dehydrated skin
- Aqua Marine Deep Serum — a hydrating serum for tight-feeling skin.
- Aqua Marine Watery Cream — a light cream with a watery feel.
- Aqua Marine Jelly Mist — a mist for quick hydration.
- Aqua Blue Hydration Mask — a hydrating sheet mask.
More in Serums & Ampoules.
Brightening: Vitamin C, Melaclear and ABC Glow
- Vitamin C Boosting Serum — a daily serum for a brighter-looking tone.
- Melaclear Cream — a cream aimed at dark spots.
- ABC Glow Whipped Serum — a whipped-texture serum for glow.
- Vita Glow Mask — a mask for a quick radiance boost.
More in Dark Spots & Pigmentation. Brightening works best with daily sunscreen, so read our sunscreen guide.
Eye care and anti-aging
- To Be Youthful Eye Serum — an eye serum for everyday use.
- Retinol Flat Iron Eye Roller — a roller-applied retinol eye treatment.
- Multi-Action Infusion Serum — a multi-purpose serum.
More in Eye Care.
Sun care and cleansers
- Green Tea Fresh Sunscreen — a fresh daily sunscreen.
- Aqua Glowing Sunscreen — a hydrating, glow-friendly sunscreen.
- Pure Grinding Cleansing Balm — a balm to melt makeup and sunscreen.
- Gentle Pore Vegan Cleansing Oil — a cleansing oil for pores.
See Sunscreens and Cleansers.
Tip: If your skin is sensitive, start with just the 345 Relief Cream or the 147 Barrier Cream and add other products one at a time, giving each 2-3 weeks. Use retinol at night only, wear sunscreen every morning, and patch-test first. New to routines? Compare with the COSRX guide or the SKIN1004 guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Dr. Althea product is best for sensitive skin?
The 345 Relief line is the brand's focus for sensitive skin. Many people start with the 345 Relief Cream and add the serum later.
What is the difference between 345 Relief and 147 Barrier?
345 Relief is aimed at calming sensitive, stressed skin, while 147 Barrier is focused on supporting the skin barrier. Start with the one that matches your main concern.
Can I use Dr. Althea vitamin C with retinol?
Add one active at a time. A common approach is vitamin C in the morning and retinol at night, with sunscreen every day. Patch-test first.
Is Dr. Althea good for oily skin?
Yes, the lighter Aqua Marine and Green Tea Fresh products suit many oily skin types. Choose gel or watery textures and cleanse thoroughly in the evening.
Is Dr. Althea at lo la original?
Yes. lo la sells original products from authorised suppliers and delivers across all governorates of Egypt.
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